I recently wrote about my personal growth in my marriage as I became aware of my Asperger tendencies, and then again about my new personal awareness about priorities, spirituality and relationships. As you probably noticed, this has been a significant … Continue reading →
After WWII, a small group of US businessmen came together to discuss how the post-war economy could be revived. They decided to turn the market economy from needs-based to wants-based, and in that single decision, transformed how the world operates. … Continue reading →
Much has been said about marriage being the epitome of human relational bliss because it fore-shadows of our relationship with God, as depicted by the Church as the Bride of Christ. This image of eternal bliss, coupled with our modern … Continue reading →
I’ll let you in on a secret – I live a conflicted prayer life. I struggle to find a balance between enthusiasm and obligation. Knowing I should do it yet, after doing it for more than 60 years, feeling that … Continue reading →
Good Friday has passed and Easter Sunday has yet to arrive. Today is a day of waiting. In the Lenten series of Lectio 365, the speaker makes the comment that God does many things over a three-day period: When Abraham … Continue reading →
This evening, as I sat quietly listening to the Lectio 365 devotional for today, I pondered the pressures and distractions we live with every day. The devotional mentioned that Jesus spent time in the wilderness away from people and daily … Continue reading →
I woke this morning to the strong winds and driving rain of Cyclone Gabrielle as it slides down the east coast of New Zealand, and wondered about the extend of damage it has caused in my city and the country … Continue reading →
I can remember times in my life when I have been absolutely convinced of the accuracy of what I thought was true. Early in my career as a technician, I thought a particular piece of equipment worked in a certain … Continue reading →
As New Zealand heads into another election year, it is worth noting that Jesus was born into a very undemocratic and much more dangerous society than our Western society. 2000 years ago, Israel was ruled by a tyrant (King Herod) … Continue reading →
I was in a church small group discussion recently where a topic was raised that provoked some polarised views and strong opinions. It was a robust and respectful discussion, and inspired me to write this post. Our beliefs, particularly our … Continue reading →